April 10, 2013

The U.S. Capitol Historical Society is pleased to announce the schedule for the Spring Member Tour Series.

Landscape Design of Capitol Square with Ted BechtolWednesday, May 8, 2013 10:00 amTed Bechtol, Superintendent of the Capitol Grounds will discuss Frederick Law Olmsted’s perfect design solution in the creation of the Capitol grounds, meant “to aid and heighten” the beauty of the building.Spies of Capitol Hill with Carol BessetteTuesday, May 14, 2013 10:00 amRetired intelligence officer and resident Spymaster shows how ordinary neighborhoods and objects on Capitol Hill become the backgrounds and instruments of the spy world.

Library of Congress with Chris KeunenTuesday, May 21, 2013 9:30amLong time LOC docent Chris Keunen will discuss the history of the Library of Congress, its art and architecture, and the function of the library today.

The Historic Congressional Cemetery with Lauren MaloyTuesday, June 4, 2013 10:00amIn 1807 this historic burial ground in the new federal city was founded. Its close proximity to the seat of government made it the resting place for Members of Congress, military and government officials and Washingtonians both famous and infamous. Learn more about the “residents” of the Cemetery and ongoing preservation efforts.

Tours are free to current USCHS members. Reservations are required as space is limited. RSVP (202) 543-8919 x19 or RSVP by Email (rsvpuschsorg)

Only two reservations per membership (additional guests on space available basis).